Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama
Kerala's major traditional Sunni body for moon sighting
Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama — Taaruf
Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama is the major traditional Sunni scholarly body of Kerala, with deep influence over religious life in the state. Its guidance is respected across a very large section of Kerala's Muslim community.
On moon-sighting matters, Samastha's decisions are followed widely throughout Kerala, from the north Malabar districts to the south.
Chand Ke Elaan Mein Role
When a new Islamic month is due, the Kerala ruet-e-hilal committee under Samastha is the authority most people wait to hear from. Its announcement shapes when Ramadan begins and when Eid is celebrated across much of the state.
If you are tracking moon sighting in Kerala, Samastha's decision is the leading reference for the traditional Sunni community there.
Elaan Kaise Aur Kab Hota Hai
Witness reports from Kerala's coast and interior reach Samastha's scholars on the 29th evening. Once a credible crescent sighting is confirmed after Maghrib, the new Islamic month is announced for the state.